Selmer STS301 Student Tenor Bb Saxophone - Gold Lacquer | Piano Gallery, Idaho Falls
The Selmer STS301 sits at the top of Selmer's student saxophone range, offering premium 300 Series components and design elements that nurture an advancing student's development. This Bb tenor saxophone incorporates design elements from Selmer's renowned professional Selmer Paris horns, giving students a reliable, well-made, and easy-to-play instrument that supports proper technique as they continue to progress. This saxophone is ideal for intermediate students stepping up from a beginner model who need a dependable instrument built to last through years of continued growth.
Product Overview
Ribbed post-to-rib-to-body construction paired with a rose brass neck produces a rich, warm sound with powerful projection, giving this tenor saxophone a tonal character well beyond typical student-level instruments. Nickel-plated keys and blued steel springs deliver reliable, responsive action, while improved palm key placement, angled left-hand spatula keys, and double-arm bracing on the bell keys make the horn comfortable and consistent to play. Pisoni leather pads with metal resonators help project a clear, focused tone, and an adjustable thumb rest lets students fine-tune hand position as they grow. A beautifully hand-engraved bell enhances the instrument's elegant gold lacquer finish, giving this saxophone a polished, professional look that matches its upgraded playing characteristics.
Ideal For
Intermediate students transitioning to a higher-quality instrument for continued growth. Music educators seeking a dependable step-up saxophone for classroom or private instruction. Parents investing in a reliable student tenor saxophone with professional-inspired features. School band students who need consistent intonation and comfortable ergonomics. Players who want a hand-engraved, gold lacquer finish alongside upgraded playability.
Key Features
Post-to-Rib-to-Body Construction: This ribbed construction method, combined with a rose brass neck, produces a rich, warm sound with powerful projection well beyond typical student instruments.
Nickel-Plated Keys with Blued Steel Springs: Durable nickel-plated keys paired with blued steel springs deliver responsive, reliable key action built to hold up under daily student practice.
Pisoni Leather Pads with Metal Resonators: These premium pads and resonators help project a clear, focused tone across the saxophone's full range.
Ergonomic Key Layout: Improved palm key placement, angled left-hand spatula keys, and double-arm bracing on the bell keys make the instrument comfortable and consistent to play as students advance.
Hand-Engraved Bell: A beautifully hand-engraved bell enhances the instrument's elegant gold lacquer finish, giving it a polished, professional appearance.
What's Included
- Selmer STS301 student tenor saxophone (Gold Lacquer)
- Selmer premium mouthpiece
- ABS stackable hardshell case
- Free standard shipping
- Warranty information
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Key | Bb |
| Level | Student |
| Body | Post-to-rib-to-body construction |
| Neck Material | Rose brass |
| Auxiliary Keys | High F#, front F |
| Key/Valve System | Nickel-plated keys |
| Pads/Springs | Pisoni leather pads with metal resonators; blued steel springs |
| Mouthpiece | Selmer premium mouthpiece |
| Bell Decoration | Hand engraving |
| Thumb Rest | Adjustable |
| Finish | Gold lacquer |
| Case/Gig Bag | ABS stackable hardshell case |
| Manufacturer Part Number | STS301 |
Experience This Saxophone Today
Come play the Selmer STS301 Student Tenor Saxophone in person at Piano Gallery in Idaho Falls and hear its rich, warm projection for yourself. Stop by our showroom to test its upgraded key action and ergonomics, or contact us to check current availability and arrange a visit.
